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​Which Article of the Constitution of India says that Directive Principles of State Policy are fundamental in the governance of the country and it sha
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​Which Article of the Constitution of India says that Directive Principles of State Policy are fundamental in the governance of the country and it shall be the duty of the state to apply these in making laws?​

A.

​Article 39​

B.

​Article 38​

C.

​Article 35​

D.

Article 37

Correct option is D

Correct Answer:

D) Article 37

Explanation:

Article 37 of the Indian Constitution states that Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) are fundamental in the governance of the country and that it shall be the duty of the State to apply these principles in making laws. These principles are non-justiciable, meaning they cannot be enforced by courts but are considered essential for the establishment of a just society.

Key Points:
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  • Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) are included in Part IV of the Constitution (Articles 36 to 51).
  • They are inspired by the Irish Constitution and aim to establish social and economic democracy in India.
  • Article 37 emphasizes their importance by stating that although these principles are not enforceable by any court, they are fundamental in the governance of the country.
  • Article 38: Promotes welfare by securing a social order based on justice (social, economic, and political).
  • Article 39: Focuses on specific goals such as equal pay, adequate livelihood, and protection of children.
  • Article 35: Deals with laws to give effect to certain Fundamental Rights.

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